What is the history of Stones Corner?

In 1875, James Stone purchased land on the corner of the present day Logan and Old Cleveland Roads from Frederika Klumpp. In due course, James Stones operated a ginger beer shop from the site. Over time, the area became known as Stones Corner.

Why is Stones Corner a significant area?

Stones Corner is now known as Brisbane’s retail hub for discount shopping, but it seems the area has long been driven by its local retail industry. Stones Corner is now known as Brisbane’s retail hub for discount shopping, but it seems the area has long been driven by its local retail industry.

When did Stones Corner become a suburb?

Five things you didn’t know about Stones Corner 1) It became its own suburb (again) in November 2017.

Where is Stones Corner?

Map of Stones Corner, QLD 4120 Stones Corner is an inner southern suburb of City of Brisbane, Queensland, Australia. Wikipedia,CC-BY-SA license

Where are the best shops in Brisbane’s CBD fringe?

Stones Corner Village, on Brisbane’s CBD fringe, offers a range of food and retail options for customers. Pop by today, park without fuss and visit one of Stones Corner’s great retailers.

Where’s the best Japanese restaurant in Stones Corner?

Doujo is a funky little Japanese eatery in Stones Corner offering authentic fare in an airy, art-filled space. Read On Doujo is a funky little Japanese eatery in Stones Corner offering authentic fare in an airy, art-filled space.

What is the history of the Stones Corner Hotel?

Unable to gain the liquor license he sought he resorted to peddling his own brand of ginger beer (which has been resurrected commercially today as James Stone Ginger beer) and in 1887 sold it to a man who promptly built the two storey Junction Hotel on the site, which still stands today as the Stones Corner Hotel.